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Decisions made when configuring a customized manual wheelchair impact each individual’s long- term mobility. Critical to that configuration is the utilization of seat slope. The ergonomic seat can create the desired support you would expect from seating and positioning accessories. Ergonomic seating
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Ergonomic seating - Permobil...activities, and enhance participation by increasing comfort and stability. Don’t forget to further enhance the seating system with the selection and

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Page 1: Ergonomic seating - Permobil...activities, and enhance participation by increasing comfort and stability. Don’t forget to further enhance the seating system with the selection and

Decisions made when configuring a customized

manual wheelchair impact each individual’s long-

term mobility. Critical to that configuration is the

utilization of seat slope. The ergonomic seat can

create the desired support you would expect

from seating and positioning accessories.

Ergonomic seating

Page 2: Ergonomic seating - Permobil...activities, and enhance participation by increasing comfort and stability. Don’t forget to further enhance the seating system with the selection and

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Positioning mattersThe ergonomic seat can positively impact body functions and structures, improve functional activities, and enhance participation by increasing comfort and stability.

Don’t forget to further enhance the seating system with the selection and placement of your back support and pressure distributing cushion!

Improve posture, enhance function... utilize your advantage.

*(van Breukelen, K., 2010)

**Measurement determined by evaluation and TiLite model specifications and limitations

AVAILABLE ON: TiLite TR, TRA, ZR, ZRA, Aero Z, and Aero T!

—— Enhanced rear wheel access

—— Increased push efficiency and trunk mobility

—— Promoted pelvic stability for decreased friction

—— Support of neutral/normal spinal curves

—— Accommodation of redundant tissue or abdominal girth

With customized measurements and personalized evaluation, the ergonomic advantage may provide*:

Custom ergonomic wheelchairs

Customization of 4” - 10” ** allows for optimal positioning and wheel access.